Valparaiso and Viña del Mar Full-Day Private Tour from Santiago

Ride the funiculars and walk the steep hills of a UNESCO port city in one day

A private full-day guided tour from Santiago to Valparaiso and Viña del Mar takes you through Casablanca Valley's vineyards, along the coast, and into the hillside neighborhoods, funiculars and street art of a UNESCO World Heritage port city. Hotel pickup in Santiago is included. You choose your guide's language at checkout. Lunch is your choice at a local restaurant along the way.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Casablanca Valley1h 30m
2. Viña del Mar15m

Valparaiso and Viña del Mar tour

• Pick up in Santiago
• Drive through Casablanca Valley vineyards
• View Viña del Mar and Valparaiso bay
• Stop at Flower Clock in Viña del Mar
• Drive along Viña del Mar coastline
• Visit Easter Island Moai Statue
• Lunch in Viña del Mar or Valparaiso
• Explore Valparaiso hills and ascensors
• Transfer back to Santiago

The experience

The drive from Santiago passes through Casablanca Valley, where vineyards specialize in white wine grapes: the landscape shifts from inland agriculture to the coast as you approach Viña del Mar. Your guide introduces the two cities from a high viewpoint overlooking both bays, then stops at the Flower Clock, an emblematic symbol of Viña del Mar where the city's parks and botanical gardens earn it the name "Garden City." A Moai statue from Easter Island stands at another coastal point, a reminder of Chile's insular territory far offshore.

Valparaiso is where the day opens up. The city climbs steeply in all directions: colorful houses in German and Victorian style cling to 45-degree slopes, connected by narrow passages, endless stairs and the ascensors (funiculars) that give the city its character. You walk through different hills, past street art and handcraft shops, along cobbled streets and cable-stone passages. The pace depends on your energy. The guide adjusts the route and the stops to what you want to see.

Lunch happens at a local restaurant in Valparaiso or Viña del Mar. You decide what kind of food you want, and the guide knows the spots. The vehicle is air-conditioned and holds your group alone. Bottled water is provided. The return to Santiago closes the loop after seven to eight hours on the road and on foot.

What’s included

• Private transportation from your Santiago hotel.
• bottled water throughout the day.
• all entry fees and taxes.
• air-conditioned vehicle.
• live guide in your choice of English, Spanish, Portuguese, French or another language.

Before you book

Days and timesDaily · 09:30

AgesAges 11+ · Under 11

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup23 pickup points to choose from.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 22 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by HecTourService

Is this one for you?Choose this tour if you prefer a private vehicle and guide to navigate the steep hills and winding streets yourself, allowing you to linger on street art and port views at your own pace.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, German and Portuguese.

Can children come?

Under 11.

What are the ascensors in Valparaiso?

The ascensors are funiculars: cable-driven elevators that climb the steep hillsides of Valparaiso, connecting the lower streets to the neighborhoods perched above. They are part of the city's character and a way to move through the 45-degree slopes without walking every step.

Do we stop to taste wine in Casablanca Valley?

Casablanca Valley appears on the drive from Santiago to the coast, where you see the vineyards that specialize in white wine grapes. The tour does not include a winery stop or tasting. It is a passing view of the agricultural landscape on the way to the coast.

How much walking is involved in Valparaiso?

Valparaiso involves lots of walking up and down steep hills, narrow passages and stairs. The amount depends on your energy and what you want to see. The guide adjusts the route to your pace, and you can use the ascensors (funiculars) to avoid some of the climbs.

Is lunch included in the tour price?

Lunch is not included. You stop at a local restaurant in Valparaiso or Viña del Mar and choose what you want to eat. The guide can recommend places that match your taste and budget.

What is the Flower Clock in Viña del Mar?

The Flower Clock is an emblematic symbol of Viña del Mar, the "Garden City," where the city's parks and botanical gardens are on display. It is a popular photo stop and a landmark the guide will explain.